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Rhône Wars | Republique Restaurant LearnAboutWine On Thurs Nov 19th

Cost: 10

Rhône Wars | Republique Restaurant: Thursday, November 19th

A Social Tasting with up to 20 wineries and a charity silent auction! Participants are given a golden coin to vote for their favorite winery … the winning winery will be crowned Champion of RHÔNE WARS 2026!

A tasting of Rhône Varietals and blends - red, white, and rosé - incredible tray pass included by Chef Walter Manzke.

République Owners/Chefs

Chef Walter Manzke

A Southern California native, Walter Manzke trained under top chefs like Joachim Splichal, Ferran Adrià, and Alain Ducasse. After opening acclaimed restaurants in California, he became a major force in Los Angeles dining with concepts like République. Alongside his wife Margarita, he expanded internationally with Wildflour bakeries in the Philippines. His Parisian-inspired projects—Bicyclette Bistro (2021) and Manzke (2022)—culminated in a Michelin Star in 2023, solidifying his reputation in contemporary French cuisine.

Chef Margarita Manzke

Originally from the Philippines, Margarita Manzke built her career at top LA restaurants before co-founding acclaimed ventures with Walter. Known for her pastry expertise, she refined her craft in Carmel and later elevated République with innovative baking and desserts. She earned eight consecutive James Beard Awards nominations, winning Outstanding Pastry Chef in 2023. Beyond LA, she co-founded Wildflour bakeries in the Philippines and created Sari Sari Store. Her work at Bicyclette and Manzke helped secure their Michelin Star, showcasing her influence in both pastry and fine dining.

SILENT CHARITY AUCTION

Our 501c3 silent charity auction benefits the Children's Hospital of Los Angeles.

RECOMMENDED TIP - Only if earned - This ticket does not include service tip. Should the team deliver an exceptional experience - please tip accordingly. 

OUR POLICY

All tickets are non-refundable. We can adjust your menu for dietary needs up to 72 hours prior without any additional cost. Wines can change without notice, failure or corked wine at the dinner does not result in any type of credit or refund. We open one bottle minimum per paying guest, and can reduce the total number of bottles being opened so that the dinner does not have to cancel should ticket sales not reach the minimum. Fewer bottles / larger pours - you will get the same quantity of wine and we always open the best wines for the quality of the event. Cancellation due to illness is not allowed, you may however take food to go - or assign your seat to someone else without fee. The perishable nature of our product requires no cancellation, no credit, no refunds for any reason.

Ticket price is not inclusive of gratuity which we encourage 15 to 20% based on the quality of your experience paid in cash or use of Venmo, PayPal Zelle or other cash related app.

NOTICE REGARDING ALLERGIES, FOOD RESTRICTIONS + LIMITATIONS INCLUDING BEVERAGES BUT NOT LIMITED TO WINE

*Please carefully review any programs you may be interested involving food/refreshment/beverages.

No refunds, cancellations, or date swaps allowed.

Unfortunately, refreshments and food & beverage substitutions are politely declined. We try our best to accommodate food limitations/restrictions, however, it is our policy is to inform you that we make no promises or guarantees of any particular food/ beverage accommodation, regardless of whether learnaboutwine or our third-party venue is providing refreshments/ food and/or beverages. We make no promises guarantees that if/ any refreshments/food and/or beverages are free of any allergens and/or health restricting products/elements. We will not be held responsible/liable for/if any illness that may occur while consuming at his/her/their own free will and at his/her/their own discretion.

*Please be advised, outside food and beverage is not permitted at any of our events.

*Adult Participants must be 21 and over. Valid government issued ID required to attend this event. The entirety of the experience is important and vital for the enjoyment of all adult participants. Our private events are created for adults 21-years of age and older and unable to accommodate minors. Minors are not allowed into any of our events.

*ALL/ANY TICKET SALE IS FINAL. WE DO NOT OFFER REFUNDS/EXCHANGES/CREDITS/TRANSFERS BETWEEN OUR PROGRAMS.

PROPOSITION 65 WARNING: Drinking distilled spirits, beer, coolers, wine, and other alcoholic beverages may increase cancer risk, and, during pregnancy, can cause birth defects.

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